Medications associated with Atrial Fibrillation
Ingredients whose current FDA labeling lists an association with atrial fibrillation, extracted from manufacturer submissions via NIH DailyMed.
Label-linked ingredients
Adenosine
Intravenous adenosine injection, USP is indicated for the following: Conversion to sinus rhythm of paroxysmal ...
Dabigatran Etexilate
PRADAXA is indicated to reduce the risk of stroke and systemic embolism in patients with non-valvular atrial f...
Digoxin
Heart Failure: Digoxin is indicated for the treatment of mild to moderate heart failure. Digoxin increases lef...
Dofetilide
Maintenance of Normal Sinus Rhythm (Delay in AF/AFl Recurrence) Dofetilide capsule is indicated for the mainte...
Dronedarone
MULTAQ® is indicated to reduce the risk of hospitalization for atrial fibrillation in patients in sinus rhythm...
Esmolol
1.1 Supraventricular Tachycardia or Noncompensatory Sinus Tachycardia Esmolol hydrochloride injection is indic...
Flecainide
In patients without structural heart disease, flecainide is indicated for the prevention of - paroxysmal supra...
Heparin
Heparin Sodium Injection, USP is indicated for: Anticoagulant therapy in prophylaxis and treatment of venous t...
Ibutilide
Ibutilide fumarate injection is indicated for the rapid conversion of atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter of...
Landiolol
RAPIBLYK is indicated for the short-term reduction of ventricular rate in adults with supraventricular tachyca...
Propafenone
In patients without structural heart disease, propafenone is indicated to prolong the time to recurrence of – ...
Propranolol
Cardiac Arrhythmias Intravenous administration is usually reserved for life-threatening arrhythmias or those o...
Quinidine
Conversion of atrial fibrillation/flutter In patients with symptomatic atrial fibrillation/flutter whose sympt...
Warfarin
Warfarin sodium tablets are indicated for: • Prophylaxis and treatment of venous thrombosis and its extension,...
Lab tests that investigate atrial fibrillation
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Electrolyte Panel
Measures sodium, potassium, chloride, and bicarbonate....
Magnesium
Measures magnesium levels, important for nerve and muscle function....
Magnesium Rbc Test
This is similar to the blood serum and urine test but some consider it more accurate because it looks directly...
Thyroid Panel
Comprehensive thyroid testing including TSH, free T4, and free T3....
Frequently Asked Questions
What medications are used for atrial fibrillation?
The medications listed above are associated with atrial fibrillation in current FDA-approved labeling as reported by manufacturers through NIH DailyMed. Only a qualified prescriber can determine appropriate treatment.
Do these medications cure atrial fibrillation?
This site does not provide treatment advice. The list reflects labeled associations, not recommendations. Discuss options, risks, and benefits with your healthcare provider.
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